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Mass Media Scholarships

Baker offers talent-based scholarships to students who are involved in the online campus paper, Baker Orange radio or Baker Orange video.

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Turn Your Talent Into a Powerful Start in Media

If you’re passionate about storytelling—on camera, behind the mic, or in the newsroom—our Mass Media Scholarships help you take the next step. These awards support students who want to contribute to the Baker Orange through online journalism, video production, or campus radio broadcasting.

A Scholarship That Supports Your Creative Future

These talent-based scholarships recognize your potential and give you the resources, mentorship, and real-world experience to grow as a journalist, creator, or media professional.

Application Requirements

To apply for this scholarship, you must complete the online application and submit the following application materials. You must also have been admitted to Baker and may be required to interview with the department faculty.

Resume

Your resume of high school activities, honors, and employment should demonstrate both work ethic and achievement.

Three samples of work in the mass media or in high school classes

Samples should demonstrate your potential for success in media work. These samples might include published or unpublished writing samples, websites or pages you have designed, or audio or video you have produced. If you have questions, please ask.

300-Word Essay

Your essay should reflect your interest and career goals related to journalism and mass media.

Letter of recommendation from a teacher or employer

The recommendation should be from someone who can speak about your potential for success in mass media classrooms and workshops.